China has cracked down on the excesses and debauchery of celebrity culture. But will this clampdown affect luxury retailers’ bottom lines? Image credit: AYAYI's Weibo Will China’s attempts to rein in celebrity culture affect global luxury?
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China has cracked down on the excesses and debauchery of celebrity culture. But will this clampdown affect luxury retailers’ bottom lines? Image credit: AYAYI's Weibo 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